Unitizer 3rd Shift at Pratt Industries

Beloit, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Operating Equipment, Barcode Scanning, Production Reporting, Maintenance Orders, Safety Compliance, Communication, Mathematical Skills, Technical Skills, Quality Standards, Problem Solving, Self-Motivation, Attention to Detail, Physical Stamina, Team Collaboration, Time Management, Equipment Utilization

Industry

Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

Description

Position purpose Responsible for all activities associated with operating the unitizer and corresponding equipment, including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations. RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES/FUNCTIONS/TASKS • Operating the unitizer and corresponding equipment, including accurate placement of bands and stretchwrap in accordance with proper setup techniques. • Scan barcodes on units going through unitizer. • Make neat units with proper number of bands on each unit. • Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed. • Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to: Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, Quality Data. • Ensure unit quantities are correct. • Pull excess scrap from units. • Turn in maintenance orders to supervision for needed repairs. Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment. • Adheres to production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals. Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor. • Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications * Candidates are PREFERRED who offer the following: Prior work experience in the corrugated industry. 6 months experience in the Press or Finishing Department. Prior work experience as a forklift operator * Complying with safety and operational guidelines, policies, and procedures; * Basic PC skills; * Communicating with co-workers to provide and receive direction; * Must have good performance work history and excellent attendance history; * Must be self-motivated WORK REQUIREMENTS LANGUAGE SKILLS Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters. Ability to communicate effectively with customers, employees, and outside officials to the company. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy. Able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate. Able to apply concepts of high school math. REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or graphic form. Ability to deal with problems involving one or more concrete variables in standardized situations. TECHNICAL SKILLS The individual must have a working knowledge of the following: Equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation. Product layouts and production specifications Product quality specifications Quality standards PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS The performance of the employee will be measured as follows: Operating standards - the employee will need to meet or exceed the Operating Standards in the areas of quality, cost, safety, customer satisfaction and productivity. Such standards will be set annually and communicated to the employee. Personal growth - while the company will provide the tools to assist the employee to grow professionally the responsibility for moving forward lies with the individual. Each year there will be goals developed and agreed to by the employee and his/her superior. Employee relations - through observations the employee will be evaluated regarding his/her behaviors associated with appropriate human interaction, respect and communication. Creativity - this will be evaluated by how active the employee is in participating in advancing the business through new and innovative ideas. Pratt Industries provides equal employment [and affirmative action] opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Qualifications Pratt is America’s 5th largest corrugated packaging company and the world’s largest, privately-held producer of 100% recycled containerboard, with more than 9000 highly-skilled, green-collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability. Pratt was founded in the USA more than 30 years ago and, since then, has shown dramatic growth with sophisticated manufacturing facilities in more than 27 states.

Responsibilities

The Unitizer is responsible for operating the unitizer and corresponding equipment, ensuring accurate placement of bands and stretchwrap. This role also involves completing reports, maintaining equipment, and adhering to production schedules.